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Therapy for people who are reflective, not broken

My clients are high-functioning, responsible people who've reached a point where pushing through doesn't work anymore. They need deeper understanding, not just more coping strategies.You might be here because you keep noticing the same relational patterns. Or you're navigating a major transition. Or family dynamics from decades ago are showing up in your current life. Maybe you've achieved external success but something feels misaligned.You want to understand the "why" behind your choices, not just learn to cope better.Here's what I want you to know:
You can have your shit together professionally and still need help personally. You can have your shit together personally and still need help professionally. Success in one area doesn't mean you've figured out all the others—that's not failure, that's being human.

What You're NOT Looking For
You're not looking for someone to give you a diagnosis and send you on your way. Or teach you breathing exercises and call it therapy. Or tell you what to do with your life.You're also probably not looking for couples therapy (I don't provide it), someone to fix your relationship, or a space to vent every week without examining what's actually going on.

A Note About Fit
This is a self-pay practice focused on depth work with high-functioning professionals. I work with physicians, psychologists, therapists, executives, and other professionals who value specialized expertise and complete privacy.
I'm not able to provide crisis intervention, intensive case management, or immediate-response availability.If you're currently in crisis, managing active safety concerns, or need more intensive support than weekly outpatient therapy can provide, I'll help you find resources that better match what you need right now.

My approach

What This Actually Looks Like

The CBT provides structure and practical tools. The psychodynamic work provides depth and understanding. You get both the "how" and the "why" of change.This works for people who are intellectually curious and want both insight and action.

WHAT WE WORK ON

Family PatternsWhy do you snap at a colleague's minor feedback? Why does a friend's mild criticism feel devastating? Why do you people-please to the point of exhaustion?These reactions often trace back to what you learned about conflict, approval, or emotional safety growing up.We explore where these patterns originated and why they persist. Not to blame your family or use childhood as an excuse, but to understand the template you're working from. My job is to help you build a framework for understanding how you see yourself, how you see the world, and how you see yourself in the world. Then we decide what to keep and what to revise.

Relational PatternsMaybe you're always the one accommodating. Maybe you're drawn to people who need fixing. Maybe you shut down in conflict even when you want to speak up.These patterns usually have roots in early relationships. How you learned to get your needs met. What happened when you expressed anger. Whether vulnerability felt safe.We look at your part in these dynamics (not to blame you, but to understand your role) and explore what different choices might look like.This is individual work focused on understanding your patterns within relationships. I don't provide couples or family therapy - the work is always on YOU, your awareness, your growth.

Identity & Life TransitionsSometimes external success stops matching internal experience. You've achieved what you set out to do, but you're asking: "Is this it?"This often means you're outgrowing the version of yourself that pursued those goals. We explore who you were trained to be versus who you're becoming. What achievements were yours versus what you inherited from family expectations. What a life aligned with your actual values might look like.Whether you're navigating a career shift, processing a relationship ending, or recognizing that something fundamental needs to change - transitions are disorienting even when they're necessary. Therapy gives you space to step back, work through the layers, and move forward with clarity rather than reaction.

When Personal and Professional OverlapSometimes the line between personal and professional isn't clear.Relationship stress makes you distracted in meetings. The perfectionism that made you successful also makes you micromanage your team. Avoiding conflict (something you learned early) shows up when you need to have difficult conversations at work.The personal and professional don't exist in separate compartments - they spill into each other constantly. We look at how patterns from one domain are affecting the other, so you can address what's actually driving the struggle rather than just trying to manage symptoms in both areas.

About Dr. Thuy Boardman

A Psychologist Who Understands Professional ComplexityI'm Dr. Thuy Boardman, a licensed psychologist in Florida and Kansas with over 21 years of experience in clinical practice and healthcare leadership.

I earned my PhD in Clinical Psychology and Master of Public Health from the University of Kansas system, where I trained at KU Medical Center. I spent nearly 20 years in healthcare leadership before opening Solstice Transitions, including roles within the Department of Veterans Affairs:

That background gives me deep understanding of what it means to carry responsibility, navigate organizational complexity, and manage the psychological toll of high-stakes work (even when the challenge isn't about the job itself).I understand what it's like to be good at what you do while recognizing that professional competence and personal struggle aren't mutually exclusive. To wonder if there's a pattern you keep repeating. To question whether the life you've built actually fits who you're becoming.Based in the Tampa Bay area of Florida, I provide virtual therapy to professionals throughout Florida, Kansas, and 40+ states nationwide through PSYPACT.

How I Actually WorkI approach clients with curiosity and ask a lot of questions. Not just about what happened, but about the context. What you were thinking and feeling. What function the behavior or pattern served.Those questions help us identify the assumptions shaping your interpretation - so we can examine whether those assumptions are accurate and whether they're serving you.I do this so we get a clearer understanding of what actually happened, how your past experiences (or current thoughts) shaped your interpretation, and what the most feasible options are given what you've learned about yourself.I expect clients to do real work in session. My job isn't to be your cheerleader or tell you everything will be fine. It's to help you think more clearly about what's going on and what you actually want to do about it.

Who I Work WithI specialize in working with professionals who value depth and privacy:Physicians and healthcare professionals who understand the value of specialized expertise and want someone who gets the complexity of medical culture, clinical responsibility, and the challenge of maintaining your own wellbeing while caring for others.Psychologists, therapists, and mental health professionals who need their own space for depth work and appreciate working with a doctoral-level provider who understands the unique challenges of doing this work professionally.Executives and organizational leaders who navigate high-stakes decisions, manage complex teams, and need someone who understands the psychological demands of leadership roles.High-achieving professionals across fields who are reflective, psychologically curious, and ready to examine patterns rather than just manage symptoms.

HOW WE WORK TOGETHER

What to ExpectAll sessions are conducted virtually via secure, HIPAA-compliant video, giving you complete privacy and flexibility.In our first session, I'll ask questions to understand your history, what's bringing you in, and what you're hoping to get from therapy. Your first 1-2 sessions are assessment - making sure we're clear on what we're working on and whether this approach fits what you need.In ongoing sessions, we take a step back from whatever's happening so you can see it more clearly. We examine patterns. Challenge assumptions. Connect past experiences to present reactions. Figure out what you actually want to do differently.The goal is to help you find internal space so you can respond to situations thoughtfully rather than just react. So you can maintain your footing, regulate effectively, and make decisions that align with who you actually are.

Whether you're in Florida, Kansas, or another PSYPACT state, virtual sessions offer complete privacy and convenience.

Investment

Self-Pay Practice

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I operate as a self-pay practice to provide the highest quality, personalized care without insurance limitations.Session rate: $300 per 60-minute sessionWhat self-pay means for you:
Complete privacy - No insurance claims, no diagnosis required for billing, your records remain entirely confidentialPersonalized care - Sessions tailored to your goals, not constrained by what insurance will coverProfessional discretion - Particularly important for physicians, therapists, and professionals who value privacy in their communitiesFlexible scheduling - Virtual sessions accommodate demanding professional schedulesHSA/FSA accepted - Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts can be used for paymentPayment is due at time of service. I accept all major credit cards, debit cards, and HSA/FSA cards.Superbills available - I can provide detailed receipts (superbills) that you may submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Reimbursement varies by plan and is not guaranteed.

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This is therapy that's structured, collaborative, and grounded in real understanding of what it's like to be competent professionally while struggling personally (or questioning what's next even when things look good on paper).It's a space to examine what's working, what's not, and what needs to change. Without judgment. With someone who will help you think clearly about what's actually going on.Let's talk and see if this is a fit.

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Email: [email protected] | Phone: (352) 353-7916You’re welcome to use the form below to request a consultation. I’ll respond within 24 business hours.To protect your privacy, please don’t include personal health details or sensitive information in your message.

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